Lecture 12:
The wider research toolbox

The right tool for the job

The Wider Research Toolbox/Toybox

Introduction

• This week I am going to discuss some of my own work.
• As usual, I want to focus on the methods primarily, and since any topic will do…
• Key objective: Show how different methods can bring different insights.

Overview of Research Methods

Quantitative Research

I started with the hope of identifying how Mirror Neurons helped deceptive ability

What a dork.

In an autism lab! fMRI —

Qualitative Research

IPA with Jonathan Smith and Oliver Robinson - Quarterlife Crisis

Mixed Methods

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Data Collection Techniques

Surveys and Questionnaires

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Interviews and Focus Groups

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Observational Studies

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Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis

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Thematic Analysis

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Ethical Considerations in Research

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Conclusion

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Q&A Session

Any Questions?

References